How many Countries are their in the World?

The United Nations (UN) recognizes 193 countries. They all have international land borders (through these are sometimes disputed) and an independent government. Countries usually have their own flag, official emblem, and national anthem. Size doesn’t matter: the Vatican City, in Italy, the world’s smallest country, is no bigger than a city block, and has a tiny population, too – about 1,000.

Top 10 Countries by Population

1. 1       China  1.3 billion people
   2.      India 1.1 billion people
   3.      USA 303 million people
   4.     Indonesia 237 million people
   5.      Brazil 187 million people
   6.      Pakistan 173 million people
   7.     Bangladesh 154 million people
   8.      Nigeria 146 million people
   9.      Russia 140 million people
   10.   Japan 129 million people